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Need To Know Legal Issues

Get injury lawyer help now for many of the following injury issues.

Injury lawyers that are experienced in representing catastrophic injuries include things such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, eye injuries, neurological disorders, severe burns, accidental amputation, and multiple fractures. Victims of catastrophic injuries may suffer from a loss of movement or sensation. They may lose their ability to communicate or have impaired cognitive abilities.

The catastrophic injury may adversely impact the victim's respiration or circulation. Other body systems such as the gastrointestinal system and the urinary system may also be negatively affected by these injuries.

Managing catastrophic injuries can be complicated and require the assistance of a multitude of healthcare professionals. Victims may require the services of healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, counselors, and therapists. The long-term costs of services such as these can be astronomical, and most victims are not financially prepared to meet these expenses. A catastrophic injuries attorney can help victims ensure they receive the monetary damages they deserve.

Rhode Island Laws, News and RI Courts

Rhode Island Law Resources - Metro Areas
Below are links, news, laws, and other resources that can assist you with your lawsuit in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Statutes of Limitations

Description	Statute
Assault and Battery, 3 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b)
Contract (in writing), 10 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-13(a)
Contract (oral or not in writing), 10 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-13(a)
False Imprisonment, 3 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b)
Fraud, 10 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-13(a)
Enforcing Court Judgments, 20 years	R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-17

Read more about Statutes of Limitations here.

Do you have legal questions regarding a lawsuit in Rhode Island? A Rhode Island lawyer can help! Contact a Rhode Island attorney today if you need more information or need to obtain legal representation in a variety of practice areas. We represent clients that have gotten injured, are facing criminal charges, going through a divorce, drawing up important documents, and much more.

What’s Happening in Rhode Island

Work-Related Injuries Report – A report was recently released regarding work-related injuries in Rhode Island. A new initiative was mandated that involved human resources reporting any work-related injury within 24 hours of the incident.

Traffic Study of Cranston Street – A study has been launched that is meant to promote traffic safety in Rhode Island. This is based on a near fatal accident that happened recently.

Rhode Island lawyers are available in:

Bristol
Coventry
Cranston
Cumberland
East Greenwich
East Providence
Jamestown
Johnston
Lincoln
Middletown
Newport
North Kingstown
North Providence
North Smithfield
Pawtucket
Portsmouth
Providence
Riverside
Rumford
Smithfield
Tiverton
Wakefield
Warren
Warwick
West Warwick
Westerly
Woonsocket

Rhode Island Courthouse Links

Taxation Supreme Courts – A list of Taxation Supreme Courts throughout the state of Rhode Island.

Probate Forms – A list of downloadable Probate forms for Rhode Island.

Rhode Island Judiciary – A tool to search criminal records in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island State Labor Relations Board – A variety of tools and links for different courts in Rhode Island.

Do you need legal defense or are you looking to take legal action against another party in Rhode Island? Our Rhode Island attorneys can help! Contact a Rhode Island lawyer in your area today.